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Dutchman · 07-20-05, 01:31 AM

Sorry to show my ignorance, but is the new RL engine a completely new engine built from the ground up?

It probably will go through a few upgrades in the future - some more HP, maybe a contemporary equivalent of the Type II with a higher revving engine, and a six speed, but not necessarily more TQ? The extra pep will then come from the engines willingness to pull to higher rpms, correllating with higher HP.

I don't believe Honda engines, traditionally are built to deliver low-down torque. Race-track inspired, the fun usually starts at higher revs. Look at the redline on the S2000 (9000)

As for the RL, I like it. I want a fast car, and as soon as I get my hands on an RL, I'm giving more lung capacity. Maybe by that time, a nice performance ECU chip will be available?

If I'm being ignorant please forgive me! I'm half daydreaming.

Pascal

07-20-05, 01:31 AM	#33 (permalink)
Dutchman In mourning Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Manch Vegas, NH Posts: 57 Car 1: 1994 Black Legend GS Six-speed iTrader: (0)	Sorry to show my ignorance, but is the new RL engine a completely new engine built from the ground up? It probably will go through a few upgrades in the future - some more HP, maybe a contemporary equivalent of the Type II with a higher revving engine, and a six speed, but not necessarily more TQ? The extra pep will then come from the engines willingness to pull to higher rpms, correllating with higher HP. I don't believe Honda engines, traditionally are built to deliver low-down torque. Race-track inspired, the fun usually starts at higher revs. Look at the redline on the S2000 (9000) As for the RL, I like it. I want a fast car, and as soon as I get my hands on an RL, I'm giving more lung capacity. Maybe by that time, a nice performance ECU chip will be available? If I'm being ignorant please forgive me! I'm half daydreaming. Pascal __________________ 1995 Champaign/Gold 6-speed Legend LS Coupe Totally stock right now. Just bought the car, so mods are imminent!